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arXiv CS.AI·25d ago·5 min read
Prepared Or Unprepared? Evaluating Healthcare Workforce Readiness for Clinical Adoption of Artificial Intelligence in Nigeria
TL;DR
A study evaluated the readiness of Nigeria's healthcare workforce for AI adoption, revealing high awareness but limited knowledge and preparedness. Key barriers include lack of training and infrastructure.
✦ Why It Matters
Healthcare institutions should prioritize AI training programs to enhance workforce readiness and address identified barriers.
Key Takeaways
- Implement targeted AI training for healthcare professionals.
- Address infrastructure gaps to support AI tools.
- Incorporate AI education into healthcare curricula.
- Monitor regional differences in workforce preparedness.
Full Summary
Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming integral to healthcare, but its successful implementation in low- and middle-income countries like Nigeria hinges on workforce readiness. A cross-sectional study surveyed 761 healthcare professionals to assess their awareness, attitudes, and preparedness for AI adoption.
While 92.6% were aware of AI in healthcare, 40.9% reported low knowledge levels, and only 63.0% felt adequately prepared. Despite this, 92.5% expressed interest in training, and 78.7% supported AI education in undergraduate programs.
Major barriers identified included insufficient training (84.7%), inadequate infrastructure (71.1%), and concerns over job displacement (60.6%). The study highlighted significant regional differences in preparedness, indicating a need for targeted interventions.